Gresham Retreat Suggested Activities

Recommended for hiking or biking in the summertime. Located between Lakeshore Drive and Front Street in Minocqua, behind the post office.

• 126 Front St, Minocqua (23 minutes)

A Northwoods zoo!  Many animals on display throughout the year, a great time for young and middle-aged kids!  Open May thru October, check their site for schedule, hours and pricing.

• 10094 Wisconsin 70, Minocqua (22 minutes)
• (715) 356 5588
• www.wildwoodwildlifepark.com

Great 17 mile paved bike trail connected to additional trails for a total of 45 miles.

• 4 Airport Road, Manitowish Waters (17 minutes)
• 715-543-8488
• manitowishwaters.org
• www.mwbiketrail.org

In the summer: the beach, a playground, and music in the bandshell on Thursday nights. In the winter, ice skating is available.

• US 51, Minocqua (21 minutes)

Established in 1924, Trout Lake Golf Club is the oldest 18-hole golf facility in the Northwoods.  Open to the public, it boasts 18 scenic holes and an unmatched practice facility including 325 yards of range, a 7000-square foot putting/chipping green, a 3500-square foot bunker/chipping green and an exceptional pavilion for relaxing.

• 3800 US Highway 51 N, Arbor Vitae (8 minutes)
• (715) 385 2189

Mountain bike / hike / ski / snowshoe – 11 miles of mountain biking trails, 15 miles of hiking trails, 12+ miles of groomed cross-country ski trails and 5 miles of snowshoe trails.

• 6870 CR-W, Winchester (24 minutes)
• (646) 543 8784
• www.winmantrails.com

Minocqua Winter Park is one of the most popular Nordic Centers in the Midwest.  50 miles of groomed trails to cross-country ski and snowshoe amid the solitude and beauty of 6,500 acres of wilderness area.  Right outside the heated Chalet is the 600 foot, lift assisted, Squirrel Hill Snow Tubing Runs and the ice skating pond, making Minocqua Winter Park a true family adventure.

• 7588 Squirrel Hill Rd, Minocqua (38 minutes)
• 715-356-3309
• minocquawinterpark.org

18 hole outdoor miniature adventure golf course, our kids favorite!  After, enjoy a scoop of frozen custard or test your skills in our modern video game room.

• 7940 US-51, Minocqua, WI (28 minutes)
• (715) 356-9797
• settlersmillminocqua.com

Gresham Retreat is a quick 1/2 mile ride from intersection #302 of Cross Country Cruiser trail #51 in Vilas County.  We’re a great home base for a fun snowmobiling adventure in the heart of the north woods trails.  Rent a sled from several Minocqua rental locations, leave your car and ride a quick 30 minutes back to Gresham Retreat following the East Boundary Trail.

We have experience renting from Minocqua Sports Rentals, which had easy access to the trails.

• 9570 WI-70 W, Minocqua (18 minutes by car, 30 minutes by sled)
• (715) 356-4661
• minocquarentals.com

Black River Harbor is known for its spectacular waterfalls, idyllic beaches, scenic hiking trails and tranquil campground. Located in the UP of Michigan on Lake Superior, a fun family day is only a little over an hour away!

• Black River Harbor Pavilion (N15727 513, County Hwy W, Ironwood, MI 49938) (1 hour, 17 minutes)
• Forest Service information
• List of waterfalls (5 on the Black River alone)
• (906) 932-1330

Just down the drive from Gresham Retreat is the Swift Creek Croquet Club. Known to be a really fun time, Dale and Jenny invite you to play a few hoops of Croquet to learn the techniques, get to know the staff and the facility, and even have a glass or two of wine in a nice casual setting. Their schedule can be busy, so be sure to reserve a time ahead.

• 4021 Swift Creek Trail (5 minute walk or really short paddle)
• (262) 378-0215
• facebook.com/swiftcreekcroquetclub